About the Top 100 Worldwide Universities List
Published annually by NAI since 2013, the Top 100 Worldwide Universities list ranks the top 100 universities granted utility patents during the calendar year. The Top 100 Worldwide Universities list highlights the vital role patents play in translating university research and innovation, as well as the important role academic institutions play in the innovation ecosystem. The Top 100 Worldwide Universities list is compiled using calendar year data from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
